1997 Jeep Wrangler TSBs

84 manufacturer communications for the 1997 Jeep Wrangler sit in NHTSA's public file. A TSB is factory repair guidance, not a recall — the repair is not automatically free. The 1997 Wrangler problem report covers complaints, recalls, and investigations.

84Communications

What the bulletins cover

Body & structure18 bulletins
Electrical16 bulletins
Engine10 bulletins
Transmission & drivetrain6 bulletins
Visibility & wipers5 bulletins
Airbags5 bulletins

Most recent service bulletins

The 20 most recent of 84 communications on file. The complete set is searchable on NHTSA's page for this vehicle.

Electrical 08-049-20 April 22, 2020

Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.

Service bulletin D-20-02 Rev. A March 4, 2020

DIPAP Requirements - Addition of Jeep Wrangler (JL/JK) and Jeep Gladiator (JT) Hard Top and Targa Top Panel Replacements - All Dealers (Rev. A)

Body & structure 31-006-19 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Service bulletin 31-003-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 31-005-19 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Body & structure 3100619 November 20, 2019

Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.

Body & structure 3100319 November 20, 2019

Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

Body & structure 3100519 November 20, 2019

Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.

Engine R2118796A February 26, 2016

Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.

Steering 1900306 August 30, 2006

STEERING SHIMMY.

Engine 22 August 1, 2006

REPROGRAM PCM AND INSPECT CATALYTIC CONVERTER.

Body & structure 2301006 February 15, 2006

PRIMARY DOOR WEATHERSTRIP WATER LEAK AT A-PILLAR BELT LINE.

Transmission & drivetrain 2100903 October 2, 2005

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DIAGNOSTIC TEARDOWN PROCEDURE. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 RAM TRUCK, DURANGO, SEBRING CONVERTIBLE, CHEROKEE, VISION, NEON, AND VOYAGER. *TT

Service bulletin 2401305 August 4, 2005

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COOLING COIL ODOR.

Engine 0901004 October 1, 2004

DIRT AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION AT REAR MAIN SEAL.

Body & structure 2300504 March 2, 2004

SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS.

Service bulletin 2400703 August 15, 2003

HVAC DRIVE WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT CARPET.

Service bulletin 1802002 June 24, 2002

FLASH PROGRAMMING FAILURE RECOVERY.

Visibility & wipers 2401201 September 14, 2001

CUSTOMERS MAY COMPLAIN THAT THE HVAC DRAIN WATER LEAKS UNDER PASSENGER SIDE CARPET.

Body & structure 2302501 September 14, 2001

SOFT TOP ZIPPER CLEANER AND LUBRICANT - FOR DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WINDOW ZIPPERS.

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Data updated 2026-08-20 from NHTSA's public records

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